- DUBAILAND Set to be Top Venue for Eid Revellers with Host of Special Programmes at Attractions
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DUBAILAND®, the landmark tourism, leisure and entertainment destination and part of the Dubai Properties Group, today announced it has lined up a series of top-notch events to mark the Eid Al Adha and National Day holidays at a number of its attractions including the Dubai Sports City, Dubai Autodrome, Dubai Outlet Mall and Global Village.
Mohammed Al Habbai, CEO DUBAILAND, said: “As a key player in the region’s leisure and tourism industry, DUBAILAND’s multifaceted venues aim to deliver a unique mix of attractions with universal appeal.
“We are thrilled that Phase-I of DUBAILAND is now open and has come to be considered a premier destination for residents as well as international visitors. In 2008, DUBAILAND received over eight million visits, and with an excellent variety of value-for-money offerings, we are confident all our venues will witness maximum footfall during the holidays, reinforcing the Government’s initiative of Eid in Dubai and reiterating our status as one of the choicest destinations for leisure and entertainment.”
At Global Village, the region’s most popular cultural, entertainment and shopping venue, the 98-day season offers attractions for the entire family as well as tourists and visitors. This year’s, the destination will include over 6,000 cultural shows and performances inspired by the four elements of nature – air, water, fire, and earth.
With artistes from over 45 countries, highlights during the festivities will include acts such as the Human Cannonball and the Chinese Flying Poles Show. The Global Village Community Stage will provide a platform for students and amateur groups to present their unique talents to a truly multi-cultural crowd, while the World Culture Stage will present dance performances and cultural shows from France, Brazil, Bulgaria, the Philippines, and Hawaii.
The Dubai International Cricket Stadium at Dubai Sports City in DUBAILAND® will host two live concerts featuring top Bollywood artistes and musicians in the lead up to the UAE National Day. The Els Club promises a tranquil round of golf on its award winning course, while the Butch Harmon School of Golf provides professional lessons in the game with state-of-the-art equipment in a simulated environment for parents and children.
The Dubai Outlet Mall in DUBAILAND® is the perfect place to buy Eid gifts with exceptional value discounts available. Customers can explore the amazing bargains on designer fashion brands while children enjoy the fun play areas. From 3 December - 2 January, shoppers will have the chance to win a Chevrolet Aveo and an autographed cricket bat from Series 5.
During the Eid and National Day festivities, Dubai Autodrome will host a variety of car and motorcycle track evenings including the UAE National Race Day.
